Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 318:

With a subtle nod, Rachel responded, her voice embodying calm resolve. “Alright, let’s proceed.”

Rachel and Jeffrey soon found themselves en route to the second company. Unlike the previous one, this location was more remote, but the commute remained simple thanks to the convenience of a direct subway line.

As they approached the building, Rachel paused to straighten Jeffrey’s tie, her hands moving gently. “You’ve got this, Jeffrey,” she said, her tone soft yet filled with conviction. “I have complete faith in you.” Jeffrey’s face lit up with a determined smile. “I’ll give it my all,” he assured her, his confidence radiating warmth that eased her nerves. “I know you will,” she murmured. “And no matter what happens, I’ll always be here to support you.”

Once Jeffrey entered the building, Rachel lingered outside, waiting with anticipation. Moments later, her phone rang. Seeing Samira’s name flash across the screen, she quickly answered.

Samira’s voice came through, tinged with urgency. “Rachel, Mr. White has returned to the office and called an impromptu meeting. You’re expected to attend.”

Ronald,” Rachel responded calmly. Since Ronald was responsible for managing the meeting

hadn’t foreseen that Brian would deliberately create obstacles for her. The meeting had only just commenced when his sharp eyes scanned the room, missing nothing. His voice, cold and cutting, broke the silence. “Ronald, I distinctly requested 34 attendees. Yet, only 33 are present.

she here?” A bead of sweat formed on Ronald’s brow. Lately, being Brian’s assistant had become an increasingly impossible task. The moment Brian questioned the attendance, Ronald knew he was in

Ronald explained, maintaining his composure despite the tension. “Her leave

His voice was laced with quiet authority. “Since when do managers at her level take leave without my explicit approval? Since when is HR authorization

carefully, “Sir, it’s

me then, Ronald.

𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙡𝙚𝙣? 𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙖𝙩

for leave approvals at her level to be handled by any

tightened, his voice cutting through the room like a blade. “Really? Which vice president authorized

internal system, pulling up the approval records. To his relief, the documentation was flawless, and every step had been followed meticulously. He handed the records to Brian, hoping the matter would be resolved. For a brief moment, he allowed himself a flicker of relief, feeling as though